Tanzania and Uganda Tours in November 2025

What our customers ask about Tanzania and Uganda Tours in November 2025

• What are the best places to visit in Tanzania and Uganda during November?

  November marks an ideal time to explore key destinations across both countries. Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Kibale Forest National Park offer prime conditions for gorilla and primate encounters. The Serengeti plains and Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania present rich wildlife viewing with animals gathering near water points. The Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park delivers rewarding boat trips while Murchison Falls features powerful water displays. Places like the community-focused Ride4 a Woman in Bwindi and safari-centric Kontiki Africa in Serengeti serve as practical bases for travelers.

• What wildlife can I see in Tanzania and Uganda during November?

  November presents diverse wildlife viewing across both nations. Uganda's national parks house elephants lions and hippos particularly in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth regions. The Serengeti's resident game attracts predators creating frequent hunting scenes. Ngorongoro Crater maintains a year-round presence of the Big Five. Bwindi Forest offers close encounters with mountain gorillas while Kibale Forest specializes in chimpanzee tracking. Lodges such as Fort Murchison and Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View place guests in prime wildlife zones.

• What accommodation options are available in Tanzania and Uganda during November?

  The range spans from high-end lodges to authentic tented experiences. Uganda features Fort Murchison near the falls Kibale Forest Camp and The Bush Lodge in Queen Elizabeth Park. Tanzania's options include Kontiki Africa in the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Marera Mountain View Lodge. Properties like Ride4 a Woman blend local culture with comfortable stays. The November low season often brings better availability and potential room discounts.

• Are gorilla trekking permits easier to get in November in Uganda?

  November permits for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest gorilla treks become more accessible during this quieter period. Though rain can make trails more challenging the USD 995 permits have higher availability. Properties like Rushaga Gorilla Lodge often have open rooms. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Getting permits was straightforward in November and the slightly wet conditions made for incredible misty forest photographs of the gorillas."

• What are the advantages of visiting Tanzania and Uganda in November?

  The shoulder season of November brings distinct benefits. Visitors find smaller crowds at major sites and better rates at established properties like Serena Sweetwaters Camp and Lake Naivasha Country Club. Occasional rains create green landscapes and dramatic skies perfect for photography. Wildlife remains concentrated around water sources. One TourRadar reviewer noted: "Traveling in November meant we often had viewing spots to ourselves especially in Queen Elizabeth National Park where we could watch lions undisturbed."

• Are the roads and travel conditions good in Tanzania and Uganda during November?

  November brings seasonal changes to road conditions particularly in remote sections. Journeys between Ugandan parks like Kibale to Queen Elizabeth need extra time during wet weather. Major routes connecting the Serengeti and Ngorongoro stay operational. Tour companies use reliable 4x4 vehicles suited for varied terrain. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Our guide expertly navigated the November conditions and the occasional delays added to the adventure."